Thought I would just post this for info incase anyone else is struggling with sizing on some OD Denim.

I have possibly about 9 or 10 Iron Heart Shirts in a mixture of either L or XL's and mainly in Western Style due to a fairly slim waist against my Shoulder and Chest Measurements.

As a rule I've tended to buy OD Denim in XL, Regular Indigo in L, Kersey in L, Serge in XL and UHW Flannels in both L & XL dependent on individual dimensions which has worked for me up until now.

My new XL18 OZ OD CPO with 19.5 Shoulders and 23.3 Pit to Pit purchased recently was just a little bigger than all my other Shirts and although I didn't really notice this initially, (and knew that the dimensions of the Large were reasonably significantly smaller and wouldn't have worked for me either) I could definitely feel it after a couple of wears.

Although OD is regarded as completely Pre Shrunk I decided to do a Hot Soak in the bath about 60 degrees for 30 Mins with Woolite Dark Soap Powder to help preserve the Colour.

The result, Well I couldn't be happier. The colour is absolutely Vibrant, and looks brand New and I've almost lost half a Size between the XL and the L, with the Shoulder down to 19 and the Pit to Pit 22.7. The other dimensions have trimmed up in proportion slightly also.

I couldn't be happier. RESULT!!

Will send Photos when I can organise a Selfie Stick or someone to hold the Camera Phone.

Mark

Hey Guys. Not jumpin on this as I've already got too many Winter Jackets including another N1 unfortunately, with my work as a Mountain Guide. My main reason for posting is I see a few posts regarding re-waxing.
I've re-waxed many Jackets and Rucksacks etc, over the Years including my other Whipcord N1 and a couple of Heavy Carhartt Bartlett's during my Years in Guiding and I would suggest that a much better way to re-wax than Liquid Belstaff or Barbour is to use the Block Wax by either Fjallraven or Otter Wax. Rub this on by hand until well coated and then melt in with a Heat Gun. 2 Coats will be a plenty which will take a couple of hours max and the finished result will be better than the original in every way. I guarantee you! It's fantastic, easy to do and will provide an improved appearance and performance, even from new!! Best of luck Waxer's. Remember, "Wax On, Wax Off" Or in this case, "Wax On, Wax In"

Trying to talk myself into actually needing this release as opposed to just wanting it even though I've already managed to purchase more than double figures in Ironheart Shirts in the last 2 years since first getting to know their magnificent products, and don't have really significant fades on any of them yet with trying to keep them all in a reasonable rotation.

I am allowed to purchase when it's really verging on a reckless extravagance.

Mark

Congratulations to the Ironheart Team on the superb new Site.
Pretty much every Base seams to have been covered.
I'm surprised how interactive and friendly it is even to someone like me a self confessed Liddite when it comes to I.T or Modern World Technology.
Well Done the Ironheart Team.
Mark.

I've thought about this Type lll Jacket in the Black Split Steer back and forward since Early Summer trying to make up my mind between it and the 19oz Left Hand Twill OD Denim Type lll ( when also still in stock), to complement my 14oz OD Type lll.

When I've finally realised that I live in Scotland and and that we only really get on average 5 days a year which are dry enough to consider wearing the Steer in comfort ( based on this year), with 3 of these possibly being too hot, leaving a grand total of 2 probable days to wear the Steer, and therefore make the decision that a 19oz OD Type lll would be a much better choice, there all gone.

So it looks that I'm on about a 9 Months wait then to snag an XL 19oz OD.

You live and learn.

Mark

That's definitely the right advice I think Oaktavia.

Don't know that I really want to leave it on the Shelf.

Then it would be, What if, or Should I have!!

Think I'll end up goin with that.

Worth thinking about then.
Maybe get some wear and Patina after 20 years or so.

@Davids_denim

That's certainly pretty consistent wearing in a year and some change David.

I'm well impressed.

Cheers. Thanks for that.

Certainly my 2 year old 14 OZ OD Type 3 has faded nicely with really light Indigo coming through on the arm crease sets in particular. ( likely the older type then).

Will post photos when next home. In the Alps at the momewnt with my Work.

Tried to resist this as I certainly don't need it, howeverxtha last XL just seamed to be sitting their waiting for me.
Definitely have an addiction.
Think it's certainly cheaper than some Class A's though. LOL!!
Mark.

@M800sct1

Joking aside.

Previously 3 OD Items that I have bought in XL and I then aggressively soaked with the intention of achieving a little further shrinkage if possible, all tightened up to drop by over a ½ inch in the Chest and a ½ inch in length and sleeve.

These items were:.

• 12 Oz Western OD Shirt. SIize XL
• 14 Oz Type 3 OD Jacket. Size XL
• 18 Oz Vintage OD CPO Jacket. Size XL

Other dimensions I did not measure as these 3 dimensions were the ones that I was hoping for a little further shrinkage in.

@sabergirl

Maybe it was Magic Water!

@CosmoSix5

Still think you can get almost a half Size out the OD in a really hot 60° + bath soak with some Powder and agitation added.

@pechelman

I know it's only my 2 Cents, however I did lose almost half a Size on an 18Oz OD CPO Denim Shirt with a really hot Bath Soak (60° + with Woolite added and agitation).

This Denim also was not meant to shrink with having been through the aggressive OD process but sizing definitely went down across the board.

This was on an XL that was just a little loose. And final dimensions were almost right bang in the middle between L and XL averages which worked out to perfection.

The Woolite heped ensure no real colour loss.

Hope this helps.

Mark.

Hey Goosehd. Thanks for that.

Helps significantly. Think I understand the Fabrics a little better now.

Decisions, decisions.

@goosehd

Cheers thanks for that Goosehd.
One othe query you naybe be able to help me with. I have the 14oz Indigo OD in Type III.

In your opinion would I notice a massive difference between the 19 L OD than the 14 OD.

Trying to get my head around it to see if I can justify the purchase of the 19 L OD to myself.

I know additional weight isnt everything when it comes down to wearability as in both my 666 Jeans and Type III Jackets I seam to prefer the heavier 21oz to 14 oz because of the additional breathability and permeability the fabric appears to have over the similar 14oz.

Hooe that makes sense.

Mark

Can I ask a questionn of all those ultra knowledgeable Ironheart Fans and wealth of helpful Staff on this Site.

Was the 19 LOD initially brought in to replace the 21OD and also when and why was te 21OD dropped from the Standard Stock Ironheart lineup in the first instance.
Cheers.
Mark

Got the 14oz OD which I love and it gets a fair bit of wear.
I wonder looking at the Pics and the comments on the similarities and differences as to whether I need both in my Arsenal.
Decisions Decisions!

Hey.
Probably been noticed already by others, but I've just realised as I keep my eye open for the new drop of the 19 oz Lefty OD, that the description info for the 19 oz Lefty Indigo appears to suggest that this will now be Sanforised.
Am I missing something or is this info awaiting an update.
Cheers.
MARK

Cheers. Thanks for that.

Certainly my 2 year old 14 OZ OD Type 3 has faded nicely with really light Indigo coming through on the arm crease sets in particular. ( likely the older type then).

Will post photos when next home. In the Alps at the momewnt with my Work.